TJ's Woodgrain Works

TJ's Woodgrain Works Handcrafted Wood/Acrylic Jewelry and Wood Projects T. J.’s Woodgrain Works was founded 11/03/2021 from a life long love of woodworking. Scoggins aka “Popcorn”.

It was 100 years to the day of the birth of the man, the legend himself, my grandfather, J.R. The man who created so many masterpieces out of wood. Many of which can still be found in any one of the family and friends homes, or a multitude of other places that still cherish those masterpieces. Many of the tools used today in our projects were passed down from him. Some of which happen to be very c

lose to the same age as me this year. Some of which he used to build my first desk shortly after I was born. A desk I still own, my son used when he was younger, and one that I will one day pass on to my grandchildren. A desk that has survived two rambunctious and destructive little boys for close to 40 years after being built. So to say we were not founded on quality is an understatement. Is it a coincidence that on the 100th anniversary of his birthday our first birdhouse project began? A bird house that would retrigger the passion of woodworking. A birdhouse that lead to what has formed into what T. J.’s Woodgrain Works is today. Handcrafted masterpieces to be shared with the world. Coincidence! I think not, It was truly meant to be. His legacy will live on from the same tools and skills from all those years ago. So please take some time to admire what has come from the Woodgrain Works Shop and if something catches your eye let us know.

The time is here.What is it, you ask? Well… did anyone catch how many times time got name‑dropped during the build? Yeah...
06/17/2026

The time is here.

What is it, you ask?
Well… did anyone catch how many times time got name‑dropped during the build?

Yeah. It’s a watch box.
Watch = time.
Time = watch.

And that, ladies and gentlemen, is why my career in stand‑up comedy remains purely hypothetical.

Originally this was supposed to be a mix of 2–3 contrasting woods but due to what will be referred to as “incorrect planning” because someone can’t math very well when it comes to fractions and a slight mishap from the shop goblins/router we added another to the mix

So now it’s rocking four woods:

• Maple for the sides, top, and bottom
• African Mahogany for the top inlay
• Black Walnut for a set of spline joints
• Purpleheart for the final spline joint because why not?

And honestly? The chaos paid off. The contrast is ridiculous in the best way.

Stay tuned for the next episode!

This project has officially entered its “things are getting serious but also slightly unhinged” phase. Unhinged? Keep r...
06/17/2026

This project has officially entered its “things are getting serious but also slightly unhinged” phase.

Unhinged? Keep reading and you’ll see…..

It’s been stained. It’s sprouted feet. The interior is lined with felt so luxurious it could convince a rabid woodland creature to crawl inside and take a nap. And the hinges? The original hinges took one look at this thing and whispered “we are not emotionally prepared for this level of swagger,” and politely relocated themselves to the supply drawer to await a project with a vibe more their style.

So now we wait, perched in the corner like the very shop goblins that caused the router bit to free itself until the new hinges to arrive and complete the vibe.

The remaining time to completion is quickly winding down and there will be an official unveiling soon.

After a near disaster Sunday where a router bit came loose while working on the box, the final and probably most stressf...
06/16/2026

After a near disaster Sunday where a router bit came loose while working on the box, the final and probably most stressful cut was completed today separating the base from the lid. Edges have been trimmed on the router. All that remains is lots of sanding, hinges/latch, stain, and the felt liner. Then it makes its full debut and it will be time to finally tell the world what it is more than just saying it is a box.

And while I wish I could say no corners were cut, that would be a lie—every corner was cut multiple times, either to carve in those inlaid spline joints or to give the edges that crisp trimmed profile.

Up to this point, there isn’t a single nail, screw, or metal fastener holding this thing together. It’s currently surviving on prayers, glue, and an entire battalion of spline reinforcements doing the Lord’s work.

As it stands, the only metal in the finished piece will be the hinge/latch, and the hardware it takes to mount them. That going with the flow on top of waiting too long to attempt to shift it to a custom made fully wooden hinge so the whole build could remain completely metal‑free threw a kink in that plan.

Did that happen?
No.
Will it happen next time?
Absolutely. Or at least that’s what I’m telling myself.

Morning prayer request answered.Everything went exactly as planned: all the corners cut clean, no rogue wood pieces laun...
06/13/2026

Morning prayer request answered.

Everything went exactly as planned: all the corners cut clean, no rogue wood pieces launched by man or machine, no splinters, no splits, no unsavory vocabulary, and—most impressively—no bloodshed.

The corner blocks are cut, glued, and officially tucked in for a well‑earned rest while the glue cures before the next phase.

Progress is happening. Quietly. Smoothly. Suspiciously well. Which is concerning if you have any idea how things go🤣

Hopefully all the cutting and sanding can be done sometime in the next week and we can start on the inside then get some finish on it to pull out the amazing grain patterns.

Thoughts and prayers please because things are either fixing to go really good, or we are going to find out how bad it h...
06/13/2026

Thoughts and prayers please because things are either fixing to go really good, or we are going to find out how bad it hurts to ruin an expensive piece of wood.

Stay tuned…….

We’re not out here performing ancient rituals, but with the price of quality materials these days, it did feel like an o...
06/11/2026

We’re not out here performing ancient rituals, but with the price of quality materials these days, it did feel like an organ was offered to the gods.

Anyway—one brave piece of maple was volunteered today for an experimental grain‑matching test. And if I may brag for a moment… that corner match is ridiculously close. This isn’t your typical miter joint where you chop, glue, and hope for the best. A thin outer layer was left intact, letting the grain wrap the corner in one continuous sweep.

It turned out so clean we went ahead and started on the actual project.

Right now it’s tucked in for the night, drying after the bending and glue‑up. Once everything has had time to settle and cure, we’ll get some photos of the piece.

This is going to be a real time piece.
Hint hint.

These fine specimens of nature’s miracles we picked up a few weekends ago finally wandered onto the workbench this week....
06/09/2026

These fine specimens of nature’s miracles we picked up a few weekends ago finally wandered onto the workbench this week. One of them has already taken a few joyrides across the router table, collected a handful of strategic cuts, and is officially on the path toward whatever it will become.

There’s no blueprint for this build — no official plans, no rigid measurements beyond the bare necessities. Sure, the bigger lathe projects demand drill sizes and lengths, but the final form is always a go‑with‑the‑flow situation. The wood grain, the acrylic swirls, the way the material talks back — that’s what calls the shots on when the cutting and sanding ends.

Someone asked for a piece and gave me the greatest instruction a maker can hear:
“I don’t care what it looks like, I just want it for this…”

That’s my favorite kind of request. I’ll usually follow up with, “Do you trust me on the final product?” and once I get that yes, I’m off on a mission — needs first, one‑of‑a‑kind twist second. And those who’ve heard that question from me can absolutely vouch for it.

No official plans. No templates. Just instinct, grain, color, and flow. That’s how everything from this shop ends up a true one‑of‑one.

Several people across history have said “Don’t judge a book by its cover,” and this chunk of Bocote is the perfect remin...
06/08/2026

Several people across history have said “Don’t judge a book by its cover,” and this chunk of Bocote is the perfect reminder of why that line endures.

At first glance it’s a little rough, a little uneven, maybe even a little questionable. But the moment the cuts started, the truth inside showed up swinging. From the first slice to where it sits now, it’s already revealed three completely different color profiles — each one richer than the last. It’s nearly down to size, and depending on how much sanding it demands, the final piece might unveil an entirely new palette none of us have seen yet.

Whatever it becomes — keychain, whistle, or something wild — it’s already clear it’s going to be something special.

So take this as a reminder: the real beauty is almost always on the inside, both literally and figuratively.

‼️Fresh Drop‼️“Fire Burl Arc” Stainless Inlay Ring - $125Stainless steel on the outside, wildfire on the inside.This rin...
06/07/2026

‼️Fresh Drop‼️

“Fire Burl Arc” Stainless Inlay Ring - $125

Stainless steel on the outside, wildfire on the inside.
This ring hits that sweet spot where clean metal meets chaotic color — a strip of Dichrolam Fire Burl wrapped around a polished stainless steel band.

The inlay shifts like a living ember: blues that flare into violet, orange that flickers into green, a holographic shimmer that feels almost molten. Every angle throws a different spark, and yes — pictures absolutely do not do it justice. This is one of those pieces that only reveals its full drama when it’s moving, catching light, and showing off.

‼️New Item Alert‼️“Fog” Acrylic Bottle Stopper — $30Forged from a swirl of mist and mischief, Fog is the kind of bottle ...
06/04/2026

‼️New Item Alert‼️

“Fog” Acrylic Bottle Stopper — $30

Forged from a swirl of mist and mischief, Fog is the kind of bottle stopper that arrives with opinions. The acrylic shifts like trapped weather, the stainless ring adds a clean edge, and the rubber seal grips bottles with the confidence of a creature claiming its hoard.

Fog looks gentle, but it carries the unruly spirit of a nocturnal troublemaker rearranging your bar cart just to see what happens. No two swirls match. No two moods repeat. Fog chooses the bottle — not the other way around.

Ideal for wine, whiskey, oils, elixirs, or anything you’re saving for later.

If you want a different vibe, the color can be customized with available acrylic colors, with pricing based on material.

Need a set? Upgrade to a matching bottle opener or corkscrew for an additional fee.

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